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Checking in on the Banking Top 10 Trends for 2023

Accenture

We’re a little over halfway through 2023, but it feels like we’ve already seen more than a year’s worth of major banking news since January. With all due respect to the impact of generative AI—which we anticipated in our Top 10 Banking Trends for 2022—the biggest overall story so far this year is probably the… The post Checking in on the Banking Top 10 Trends for 2023 appeared first on Accenture Banking Blog.

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Revamping Data Integration for CRA Compliance: A Necessity in the New Normal

Perficient

The Community Reinvestment Act (CRA) is a federal law in the US that promotes the interest of financial service firms to serve their communities’ credit needs, including low- and moderate-income neighborhoods. Federal banking agencies use the bank’s contribution metrics as a parameter when they apply for mergers, acquisitions, and new branch openings.

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Upgrade buys BNPL firm Uplift for $100M

Payments Dive

The deal, Upgrade’s first acquisition, more than doubles the neobank’s customer base by adding 3.3 million users to its existing 2.5 million, CEO Renaud Laplanche said.

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Regtech in banking: How emerging technology helps keep banks compliant

Abrigo

How banks and credit unions can leverage regtech What FI staff members need to know when considering implementing regtech in the banking sector. Would you like other articles on fraud and AML/CFT compliance in your inbox? Takeaway 1 Regtech uses new technologies such as AI and machine learning to streamline processes that keep organizations compliant.

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Elevating Accounting Practices: The Power of Outsourcing and Automation in the Digital Age

Speaker: Nancy Wu, Head of Sales and Customer Success at SkyStem

Join us for an enlightening webinar as we delve into the transformative realm of modern accounting practices. In today's digital age, the convergence of outsourcing and automation has revolutionized how businesses manage their financial operations. In this webinar we will explore the synergistic potential of these two strategies to streamline processes, enhance accuracy, save cost and drive strategic decision-making.

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Fiserv bets on Latin America

Payments Dive

“Latin America has been a standout grower in recent quarters, and we believe it can remain so for the long term,” Fiserv CEO Frank Bisignano said Wednesday during an earnings call.

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Mastercard waits on FedNow

Payments Dive

While Mastercard participates in real-time payment systems in other countries, it’s holding back for now on the new U.S. instant payments network.

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Knowing When It’s Time to Leave Your Software Provider

Realwired Appraisal Management Blog

After you choose an appraisal management software provider, you expect excellent customer service. But what happens after onboarding? Crickets? Maybe you get custom features and responsive service but only if you’re a huge bank. But what about everybody else? It comes a point where you continue or give up.

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Card giants focus on innovation

BankInovation

Mastercard and Visa focused on innovation in the most recent quarter. “We are winning deals across the globe through the combination of our new innovation products, differentiated services and our solution selling approach,” Mastercard Chief Executive Michael Miebach said during today’s second-quarter earnings call.

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Coutts chief quits and crisis wipes £1bn off NatWest shares

TheGuardian

Ousting of boss of private bank may not be last departure as prime minister fails to back chairman Howard Davies The head of private bank Coutts has been ousted over the closure of Nigel Farage’s bank accounts in a desperate attempt by NatWest to contain a crisis that has wiped £1bn off its share price. Peter Flavel’s resignation from Coutts was pushed through by the NatWest interim chief executive, Paul Thwaite, but despite the move, the future of its chairman, Sir Howard Davies, appeared far f

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Digital Transformation: Accelerating ROI and Growth in Commercial Lending

Now is the time for lenders to prioritize their digital transformation initiatives in preparation for the lending rebound. Rising competition and ever-increasing customer demands for speed and efficiency are forcing financial institutions to embrace digital transformation. This shift can feel overwhelming—where do you begin? This infographic illustrates automation demands and shows you how loan document automation serves as an essential step to increase profits and provide the best lending exper

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Sixth Circuit rules plaintiff’s receipt of one ringless voicemail provides standing for TCPA claim

CFPB Monitor

A unanimous panel of the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Sixth Circuit has ruled that a plaintiff who received only one ringless voicemail (RVM) had alleged a concrete injury sufficient to provide Article III standing to assert a claim under the Telephone Consumer Protection Act (TCPA). In Dickson v. Direct Energy LP , the plaintiff alleged that the defendant delivered multiple RVMs to his cell phone voicemail box in which the defendant advertised its services. .

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Global Startup Cities Podcast: FinMapp’s financial ecosystem

BankInovation

Financial institutions are looking to personal finance management tools to increase financial literacy among customers. Indian fintech FinMapp breaks personal finance management into four categories — planning, budgeting, saving and investing — founder and Chief Executive Kumar Binit told Bank Automation News on this edition of the Global Startup Cities podcast from “The Buzz.

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This week’s podcast episode: Should written contracts be eliminated for small dollar transactions? A conversation with special guest David Hoffman, Professor and Deputy Dean, University of Pennsylvania Carey Law School

CFPB Monitor

Professor Hoffman first explains his thesis that falling transaction costs has led to the proliferation of form contracts into areas where they little have social value, resulting in social harms that require a new approach. We then discuss his proposal that states deny enforcement of written contracts for small dollar transactions by adopting what he calls a “Statute Against Forms.” .

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Why Nigel Farage’s bank account matters so much – podcast

TheGuardian

Since the politician’s account with Coutts was closed, the story has dominated the news agenda. Does it show that something has gone very wrong in our banking system? On the surface it may not sound like a story that would generate national interest. A controversial politician finds his bank account with a bank catering to the ultra-wealthy has been closed.

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The State of Automation in Financial Services 2024 Report

In this report, you’ll find a comprehensive analysis of survey responses from executives at banks, credit unions, and insurance companies concerning their organization’s current and future use of automation. The report’s key insights include: Which types of automation are saving organizations the most time and money How to overcome the biggest barriers to automation implementation and adoption Why automation investments will continue to grow over the next few years How much you could save in 202

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Convertible or not: making sense of stresses in AT1 bonds market

BankUnderground

Mahmoud Fatouh and Ioana Neamțu Similar to the Deutsche Bank’s episode in 2016 and the Covid stress in 2020, AT1 spreads over subordinated debt rose rapidly and sharply following the Credit Swiss rescue deal. Beyond these three cases, AT1 spreads have been stable. In this post, we focus on conversion risk of AT1 bonds (also known as contingent convertible, CoCo, bonds) to explain the sharp rise in AT1 spreads in these three cases.

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Muslim leaders decry ‘double standard’ of Farage bank account closure furore

TheGuardian

Longstanding issue for community given little attention compared with closure of ex-Ukip leader’s Coutts account, says mosque chair The furore over the closure of Nigel Farage’s bank accounts with Coutts has led to the resignation of two chief executives and an intervention by Downing Street. But, when nearly a decade ago, three Muslim organisations, including Finsbury Park mosque, had their HSBC bank accounts shut, there was little public acknowledgment or support.

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5 Ways You Can Attract Low-Cost Deposits

Jack Henry

In today’s competitive market, deposit generation is a hot topic. According to the 2023 Strategic Priorities Benchmark Study from Jack Henry™, financial institution CEOs identified growing deposits as a top strategic priority for the next two years.

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Coutts chief executive Peter Flavel resigns over Nigel Farage row

TheGuardian

Head of bank steps down less than 48 hours after NatWest boss Alison Rose was forced to quit Rishi Sunak refuses to back NatWest chair The head of the private bank Coutts has been pushed out, less than 48 hours after the shock departure of NatWest’s chief executive, Alison Rose, as the storm over the “mishandling” of Nigel Farage’s bank accounts continues.

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Why Is CRE Lending Stuck in the Past? Top 3 Reasons for Digital Resistance

Commercial lending is on the verge of a resurgence, but traditional processes are an obstacle. Explore the top 3 reasons for resistance to digital transformation and how overcoming them can pave the way for growth and efficiency. Discover why embracing automation and digital solutions is crucial for success in today's competitive landscape. Discover how GoDocs helps commercial lenders in the digital era with seamless integration and a borrower-focused approach.

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Zelle outage at JPMorgan Chase is red flag for banks

American Banker

The bank hasn't explained why person-to-person payments, bill processing and account-transfer services went down for parts of two days this week. But observers suspect glitches in its legacy systems could occur at other financial institutions and increasingly affect real-time payment networks.

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Was Alison Rose held to a higher standard because she is a woman?

TheGuardian

Other bank bosses have faced more serious accusations without suffering the same level of political backlash Watching the spectacle that has played out over the past fortnight over Nigel Farage and his Coutts bank accounts , which resulted in the forced exit of one of the UK’s most high-profile and effective corporate leaders, two questions strike me: has the response been proportionate, and if not, why not?

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New York Community focused on luring back Signature Bank deposits

American Banker

The Hicksville, New York, company says its deposit base is stable and poised for growth four months after its acquisition of the failed Signature Bank, some of whose depositors fled to larger banks. Private bankers — including new hires from another failed bank, First Republic — are trying to win back lost deposits.

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Khan dismisses Sunak’s attack on his housebuilding record in London as ‘desperate nonsense’ – as it happened

TheGuardian

Mayor of London hits back at prime minister over ‘pathetic gesture politics’ Rishi Sunak has failed to give his full backing to Sir Howard Davies, chairman of NatWest, in interviews this morning, PA Media reports. PA says that Sunak did not back calls for the resignation of Davies in a pooled interview this morning – but also that Sunak would not say whether he had confidence in him.

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2024 Lending Outlook: Innovations and Evolutions in the Financial Sector

As we step into 2024, the lending landscape evolves rapidly with technology, regulations, and market dynamics driving change. For banks and financial institutions to stay competitive and meet the evolving needs of their customers, these drivers must be understood and engaged with. Lenders can anticipate significant transformation fueled by technological advancements, regulatory shifts, and changing consumer behaviors.

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Fed's Jefferson voices concerns over Basel III capital proposal

American Banker

Federal Reserve Board Gov. Phillip Jefferson joined three other board members in supporting a notice of proposed rulemaking, but expressed concerns about the economic impact of the changes.

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NatWest to pay UK government £190m as Farage crisis rocks bank

TheGuardian

Crisis-hit group plans to pay dividends worth £500m to investors after quarterly profits rise by 27% NatWest chair vows to stay on to provide ‘stability’ Business live updates – latest news NatWest will make a fresh £190m payout to its largest shareholder, the UK government, after Downing Street had an influence in the resignation of Alison Rose as the bank’s chief executive amid a row over Nigel Farage’s accounts.

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PE's backing of PacWest acquisition relied on accounting maneuver

American Banker

Centerbridge Partners and Warburg Pincus said they would invest $400 million in Banc of California in conjunction with its purchase of PacWest. The private equity injection was made possible through reverse accounting, which used Banc of California's balance sheet to value the transaction.

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NatWest to report profits as Farage account row grips bank – business live

TheGuardian

Rolling coverage of the latest economic and financial news Was Alison Rose held to a higher standard because she is a woman? Good morning, and welcome to our rolling coverage of business, the financial markets and the world economy. NatWest faces another day in the spotlight as the British bank reveals how it performed in the last quarter, and faces ongoing scrutiny over its treatment of former UK Independence party leader Nigel Farage.

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Top 10 Benefits of Automating Loan Modifications for Commercial Lenders

Get ready for the wave of $1.2 trillion in commercial debt maturing in the next 24 months with GoDocs' ModDocs® platform. Traditional loan modifications are slow, expensive, and prone to errors, which put lenders at risk. But with ModDocs®, you can enjoy an innovative solution that eliminates attorney fees, allows on-the-fly loan modifications, and ensures compliance.